“Countryside chic riverside hotel on the Thames. Historic exterior has been jazzed up to feel of the moment. Cool and contemporary with an excellent restaurant, bar, and wellness facilities. All very reminiscent of “Three Men in a Boat”. It’s where to be fully engaged with riverlife”
“Countryside chic riverside hotel on the Thames. Historic exterior has been jazzed up to feel of the moment. Cool and contemporary with an excellent restaurant, bar, and wellness facilities. All very reminiscent of “Three Men in a Boat”. It’s where to be fully engaged with riverlife”
Hotel Review
Here at The Swan at Streatley, it’s all about the positioning. It’s set in quintessential English countryside, near Reading and Oxford. Pleasure boats and rowers frequent the water while ramblers stroll along the towpaths. The hotel places a great emphasis on offering things to do. There’s a gym, a sauna and a steam room, an outdoor cinema, boat trips and paddleboarding. Coppa Club, of which The Swan is one of a brand, is “where one is encouraged to “stay all day”. Its restaurant is set right over the water. The bar, café, events rooms are part of an eclectic array of different open-planned areas for working, eating, reading and chatting. All very fresh, chic and cosy.
Of the rooms in ascending order of grandeur there are medium and large doubles: some with balconies and all with glorious river views. The Biggy River Suites each come with their own balcony and, as for others, you can step straight out onto your own private lawn beside the river. The contemporary signature textile chairs and wooden headboards are in keeping with the hotel’s neutral colours and uber-cool simplicity. The rooms have retro touches with dial phones and Roberts radios. The bathrooms have rain showers, metro tiles and Natural Spa Factory products.
Written by Adam Jacot de Boinod
Recommended For
- Yoga
- Join a yoga session on the riverside terrace, allowing the peaceful sounds of nature to enhance your mindfulness and relaxation
- Families
- Chilled vibe makes this the perfect place for relaxed breaks with the whole gang; kids will adore the Family Room's bunk beds
- Back to Nature
- A riverside escape with paddleboarding on the Thames, walks in the Chiltern Hills, and a stay in a cosy riverside inn
- Kayaking
- The River Thames offers plenty of outdoor pursuits including boating, canoeing, SUPing & even swimming
- Great walks
- Enjoy a riverside walk along the scenic Thames Path, soaking in the beauty of the surrounding nature
- Sights nearby
- Grand stately homes in the area include Basildon Park & Bleinheim Palace
- Riverside
- Occupies a prime patch of real estate on the banks of the River Thames
- Watersports
- Enjoy the river with a wild swim or try your hand at SUP or boating
- Other Activities
- Learn how to shoot at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School
- Museums
- Head into Oxford the day. Don't miss a visit to The Ashmolean Museum
- Golf
- Play a round at the nearby Goring and Streately golf club
- Family Suites
- Children are very welcome. There are interconnecting rooms, sofa beds & cots for families
- Wellbeing
- Riverside wellness activities include wild swimming, mindfulness & running clinics
- Pet friendly
- The ground floor rooms are dog friendly and carry a small supplement
- Child friendly
- The family rooms features bunk beds, bean bags, and games too
- Views
- Choose between countryside or River Thames views
- Full of character
- Sit-out Terrace
- Wedding license
- Luxury
- Charming
- Contemporary
- Disabled access
- Village
- Quirky
- Chic
- Historic
- Boutique
Facilities
- Restaurant
- The Coppa Club serves on-trend European food in a beautiful setting; think small plates, pizzas & healthy salads
- Gym
- Enjoy a full range of classes & activities, including riverside yoga, at the impressive Gym at Streatley
- Massage
- Located on property, Bodyset Physio offers massage therapy & treatment for sports-related injuries
- Family Suites
- Children are very welcome. There are interconnecting rooms, sofa beds & cots for families
- Pet friendly
- The ground floor rooms are dog friendly and carry a small supplement
- Garden
- Lawns leading down to the river are a lovely spot for outdoor dining
- Child friendly
- The family rooms features bunk beds, bean bags, and games too
- Views
- Choose between countryside or River Thames views
- Wedding license
- Fireplace
- Walking distance restaurants
- Outdoor dining
- Cots available
- Sit-out Terrace
- Bar
- Parking
- Wifi
- Satellite / Cable TV
- Suites
- Disabled access
- Sitting Room
Activities
- Yoga
- Join a yoga session on the riverside terrace, allowing the peaceful sounds of nature to enhance your mindfulness and relaxation
- Kayaking
- The River Thames offers plenty of outdoor pursuits including boating, canoeing, SUPing & even swimming
- Great walks
- Enjoy a riverside walk along the scenic Thames Path, soaking in the beauty of the surrounding nature
- Sights nearby
- Grand stately homes in the area include Basildon Park & Bleinheim Palace
- Watersports
- Enjoy the river with a wild swim or try your hand at SUP or boating
- Other Activities
- Learn how to shoot at the Royal Berkshire Shooting School
- Museums
- Head into Oxford the day. Don't miss a visit to The Ashmolean Museum
- Golf
- Play a round at the nearby Goring and Streately golf club
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The Swan at Streatley
An intimate riverside hideaway in an idyllic countryside setting. The Swan at Streatley delivers on great views, good food and relaxing times, making the most of its Thames-side setting with balconies, terraces and well-kept lawns. This is the place to come for a taste of English village life with a luxurious twist.
Originally published by The Telegraph (view article)
